Ajenti Authorization Bypass Vulnerability Allowing Unauthorized Package Installation

Vulnerability

A vulnerability exists in Ajenti versions prior to 2.2.15, allowing an authenticated user to install custom packages without superuser privileges. This issue arises in the ajenti-panel component when the auth_users plugin authentication method is used.

Impact

Exploitation of this vulnerability could lead to unauthorized package installations, potentially allowing for the introduction of malicious software or modifications to the server environment.

Remediation

Users are advised to upgrade to Ajenti version 2.2.15 or later.

Added: Apr 6, 2026, 6:23 PM
Updated: Apr 6, 2026, 6:23 PM

Vulnerability Rating

Custom Algorithm
spread
4.5
impact
2.5
exploitability
6.3
remediation
7.7
relevance
5.4
threat
0.0
urgency
2.9
incentive
0.0

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